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DSL-2540T

ADSL Router

User Guide

July 2006
ESL2540TEUA1G

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  • Page 1: Adsl Router

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide July 2006 ESL2540TEUA1G...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents BEFORE YOU START ...................... IV Installation Overview............................iv Setup Wizard ..............................iv Packing List..............................iv Installation Notes..............................v INTRODUCTION .........................1 Router Description and Operation........................1 Router Features ..............................2 Front Panel Display ............................3 Rear Panel Connections ..........................4 HARDWARE INSTALLATION ....................5 Power on Router ...............................5 Factory Reset Button ............................5 Network Connections ..............................
  • Page 3 Bridge Filters..............................61 Routing ................................62 DMZ ................................. 63 Firewall ................................64 RIP ................................... 66 PPP.................................. 67 ATM VCC ................................ 69 QOS ................................. 71 TOOLS ..........................78 Admin................................79 Change System Password ............................. 80 Remote Management ..............................80 Time................................. 81 Remote Log ..............................83 System ................................

  • Page 4: About This User Guide

    Ethernet LAN to the Internet. If you are using a computer with a functioning Ethernet port, the quickest and easiest way to set up the DSL-2540T is to insert the Installation CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer and follow the instructions provided in the Quick Installation Guide.

  • Page 5: Installation Notes

    Operating Systems The DSL-2540T uses an HTML-based web interface for setup and management. The web configuration manager may be accessed using any operating system capable of running web browser software, including Windows 98 SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, and Windows XP.

  • Page 6: Information You Will Need From Your Adsl Service Provider

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Information you will need from your ADSL service provider: This is the Username used to log on to your ADSL service Record info here provider’s network. It is commonly in the form − Username user@isp.co.uk Your ADSL service provider uses this to identify your account.
  • Page 7 It is recommended that your collect and record this information here, or in some other secure place, in case you have to re-configure your ADSL connection in the future. Once you have the above information, you are ready to setup and configure your DSL-2540T ADSL Router.

  • Page 8: Introduction

    (LAN) connectivity in one package. The Router is easy to install and use. The DSL-2540T connects to an Ethernet LAN or computers via standard Ethernet ports. The ADSL connection is made using ordinary telephone line with standard connectors. Multiple workstations can be networked and connected to the Internet using a single Wide Area Network (WAN) interface and single global IP address.

  • Page 9: Router Features

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Router Features The DSL-2540T ADSL Router utilizes the latest ADSL enhancements to provide a reliable Internet portal suitable for most small to medium sized offices. DSL-2540T advantages include: • PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol) Security – The DSL-2540T ADSL Router supports PAP (Password Authentication Protocol) and CHAP (Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol) for PPP connections.

  • Page 10: Front Panel Display

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Front Panel Display Place the Router in a location that permits an easy view of the LED indicators on the front panel. The LED indicators on the front panel include Power, Status, ADSL, and LAN. The ADSL and LAN indicators monitor link status and activity (Link/Act).

  • Page 11: Rear Panel Connections

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Rear Panel Connections All cable connections to the Router are made at the rear panel. Connect the power adapter here to power on the Router. Use the Reset button to restore the settings to the factory default values in the next chapter for instructions on using the reset button).

  • Page 12: Hardware Installation

    Hardware Installation The DSL-2540T maintains five separate interfaces, four Ethernet and one ADSL interface. Place the Router in a location where it can be safely connected to the various devices as well as to a power source. The Router should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat.

  • Page 13: Network Connections

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Network Connections Network connections are provided through the ADSL port and the four Ethernet ports on the back of the Router. Connect ADSL Line Use the ADSL cable included with the Router to connect it to a telephone wall socket or receptacle. Plug one end of the cable into the ADSL port (RJ-11 receptacle) on the rear panel of the Router and insert the other end into the RJ-11 wall socket.

  • Page 14: Basic Router Configuration

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Basic Router Configuration The first time you setup the Router it is recommended that you configure the WAN connection using a single computer connected directly to the Router. Once the WAN connection is functioning properly, you may continue to make changes to Router configuration including IP settings and DHCP setup.

  • Page 15: Access The Configuration Manager

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Access the Configuration Manager In order to make sure your computer’s IP settings allow it to communicate with the Router, it is advisable to configure your system be a DHCP client – that is, it will get IP settings from the Router. Appendix B describes how to configure different Windows operating systems to “Obtain IP settings automatically”.

  • Page 16: Configure The Router

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Configure the Router When you successfully connect to the web manager, the Home directory tab will display the Setup Wizard window. You can launch the Setup Wizard from this page or use the buttons located in the left panel of the web page to view other windows used for basic configuration.

  • Page 17: Wizard

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Wizard To use the Setup Wizard, click the Run Wizard button in the first browser window and follow the instructions in the pop-up window that appears. The initial window summarizes the setup process. Click the Next button to proceed. You may stop using the Setup Wizard at any time by clicking the Exit button.
  • Page 18 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - Choose Time Zone Choose the time zone you are in from the pull-down menu and click Next. This sets the system time used for the Router. If you wish to return to the previous window during the setup process, click the Back button.
  • Page 19 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - Choose Connection Type Now select the Connection Type used for the Internet connection. Your ISP has given this information to you. The connection types available for “Multi-User” Mode are PPPoE/PPPoA, Dynamic IP Address, Static IP Address, and Bridge Mode.
  • Page 20 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - For PPPoE/PPPoA connections: 1. Type in the Username and Password used to identify and verify your account to the ISP. 2. Select the specific Connection Type from the drop-down menu. The available PPP connection and encapsulation types are PPPoE LLC, PPPoA LLC and PPPoA VC-Mux.
  • Page 21 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - For Dynamic IP Address connections: 1. Select the specific Connection Type from the drop-down menu. The available Dynamic IP Address connection and encapsulation types are 1483 Bridged IP LLC and 1483 Bridged IP VC-Mux.
  • Page 22 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - For Static IP Address connections: 1. Select the specific Connection Type from the drop-down menu. The available Static IP Address connection and encapsulation types are 1483 Bridged IP LLC, 1483 Bridged IP VC-Mux, 1483 Routed IP LLC, 1483 Routed IP VC-Mux and IPoA.
  • Page 23 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - For Bridge Mode connections: 1. Select the specific Connection Type from the drop-down menu. The available Bridge Mode connection and encapsulation types are 1483 Bridged IP LLC and 1483 Bridged IP VC-Mux.
  • Page 24 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - Finish and Restart Finally you can confirm that the setup process is completed. If you are satisfied that you have entered all the necessary information correctly, click the Restart button to save the new configuration settings and restart the Router. If you need to change settings from a previous window, click the Back button.

  • Page 25: Wan

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide To configure the Router’s basic configuration settings without running the Setup Wizard, you can access the windows used to configure WAN, LAN, DHCP, DNS, and Dynamic DNS settings directly from the Home directory. To access the WAN Settings window, click on the WAN link button on the left side of the first window that appears when you successfully access the web manager.
  • Page 26 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide WAN Settings window – PPPoE/PPPoA...
  • Page 27 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide To set up a PPPoE or PPPoA connection: 1. If not already selected, choose the PPPoE/PPPoA option from the WAN Settings pull-down menu. PPPoE/PPPoA is selected by default if you are configuring the Router for the first time.
  • Page 28 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide 15. When you are satisfied that all the WAN settings are configured correctly, click on the Apply button. 16. The new settings must be saved and the Router must be restarted for the settings to go into effect. To save and reboot the Router, click on the Tools directory tab and then click the System button.
  • Page 29 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Connection Type This specifies the protocol (PPPoE or PPPoA) and the encapsulation method (LLC or VC-Mux) used for your connection. The options available PPPoE LLC PPPoA LLC PPPoA VC-Mux The Maximum Transmission Unit size may be changed if you want to optimize efficiency for uploading data through the WAN interface.
  • Page 30 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide The ATM settings allow the user to adjust ATM Quality of Service (QoS) or traffic parameters to suit specific traffic requirements. For applications or circumstances where packet loss or packet delay is a concern, ATM QoS can be adjusted to minimize problems.

  • Page 31: Bridge Mode

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Bridge Mode The WAN Settings window is also used to configure the Router for multiple virtual connections (Multiple PVCs). WAN Settings window – Bridge Mode Select the connection type used for your account. The window will display settings that are appropriate for the connection type you select.
  • Page 32 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide 2. Under the ATM VC Settings at the top of the window should not be changed unless you have been instructed to change them. However, if you are instructed to change the VPI or VCI values, type in the values assigned for your account.
  • Page 33 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide enable or disable the PVC you are currently configuring. By default, the Enabled Pvc0 is and the remaining PVCs are disabled. Bridge Mode Use the drop-down menu to select . The remaining options WAN Setting...

  • Page 34: Dynamic Ip Address

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Dynamic IP Address A Dynamic IP Address connection configures the Router to automatically obtain its global IP address from a DHCP server on the ISP’s network. The service provider assigns a global IP address from a pool of addresses available to the service provider.
  • Page 35 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide WAN Settings window – Dynamic IP Address...
  • Page 36 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide To configure a Dynamic IP Address connection for the WAN, follow these steps: 1. Choose the Dynamic IP Address option from the WAN Settings pull-down menu. 2. Under the ATM VC Settings at the top of the window should not be changed unless you have been instructed to change them.
  • Page 37 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Dynamic IP Parameters Description The Router supports using up to eight multiple virtual connections. This window allows the user to configure WAN settings for all the available connections (see instructions below on how to set up Multiple Virtual Pvc0 Connections).
  • Page 38 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide disabled for the Router on all connections (i.e. Pvc0 – Pvc7) if your Router is set up for multiple virtual connections. Firewall Use this to universally enable or disable the Firewall and Filter features available in the Router. If you disable this you will not be able to configure settings in the Firewall Configuration window or Filters windows in the Advanced directory.

  • Page 39: Static Ip Address

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Static IP Address When the Router is configured to use Static IP Address assignment for the WAN connection, you must manually assign a global IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway IP Address used for the WAN connection. Most users will also need to configure DNS server IP settings in the DNS Configuration window (see below).
  • Page 40 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide WAN Settings window - Static IP...
  • Page 41 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide To configure a Static IP type connection for the WAN, follow these steps: 1. Choose the Static IP Address option from the WAN Settings pull-down menu. 2. Under the ATM VC Settings at the top of the window should not be changed unless you have been instructed to change them.
  • Page 42 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide 14. The Router will save the new settings and restart. Upon restarting the Router will automatically establish the WAN connection. Settings for Static IP Address connections: Static IP Parameters Description Connection Type This specifies the connection type and the encapsulation method used for Bridged IP LLC your Static IP Address connection.
  • Page 43 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide packets to pass through the Router. This enables the Router to function as a bridge. Check this feature and enter the required information in the ServerIP/Name, Route Target, Route Mask, PPTP Account, PPTP Password, and MPPE Encryption fields.

  • Page 44: Atm Traffic Shaping

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide ATM Traffic Shaping The ATM settings in the WAN Settings windows for the different connection types can be used to adjust QoS parameters for ADSL clients. This may not be available to all ADSL accounts.
  • Page 45 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Sustainable Cell Rate – The SCR is defined for the VBR service category. This is the rate that can be sustained for “bursty”, on-off traffic sources. It is a function of Maximum Burst Size (MBS) and the time interval (between cells).
  • Page 46 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide ATM VC Settings ATM VC settings can be configured for all connection types in the WAN configuration menu of the Home directory. ATM VC Settings in WAN Settings window The table below describes the ATM VC settings used to configure a PPPoE or PPPoA connection for an ADSL account.

  • Page 47: Lan

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide You can configure the LAN IP address to suit your preference. Many users will find it convenient to use the default settings together with DHCP service to manage the IP settings for their private network. The IP address of the Router is the base address used for DHCP.

  • Page 48: Dhcp

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide DHCP The DHCP server is enabled by default for the Router’s Ethernet LAN interface. DHCP service will supply IP settings to workstations configured to automatically obtain IP settings that are connected to the Router though the Ethernet port.

  • Page 49: Use The Router For Dhcp

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide To display the DHCP Settings window, click the DHCP button in the Home directory. Any active DHCP Clients appear at the bottom of the window in the DHCP Clients List. The IP address and MAC address for active DHCP clients are displayed in the list.
  • Page 50 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide To manually configure IP settings on Windows workstations, open the TCP/IP Properties menu and select the “Use the following IP address” option. You will need to supply the IP addres, Subnet mask and Defualt Note gateway (use IP address of DSL- 2540T) for each workstation.

  • Page 51: Dns

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide The Router can be configured to relay DNS settings from your ISP or another available service to workstations on your LAN. When using DNS relay, the Router will accept DNS requests from hosts on the LAN and forward them to the ISP’s, or alternative DNS servers.

  • Page 52: Dynamic Dns

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide If you choose to Disable DNS Relay, it will be necessary to configure DNS settings for hosts on the LAN since they will not be depending on the Router to forward the DNS requests. When you have configured the DNS settings as desired, click the Apply button.
  • Page 53 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Note: DDNS requires that an account be setup with one of the supported DDNS servers prior to engaging it on the router. This function will not work without an accepted account with a DDNS server.

  • Page 54: Save Settings And Reboot

    Save Settings and Reboot When you have configured the DSL-2540T with the settings you desire, make sure you save those settings. To save the system configuration settings, click the Tools tab. You will be presented first with the Administrator Settings window.

  • Page 55: Multiple Virtual Connections

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Multiple Virtual Connections The Router supports multiple virtual connections. Up to eight PVCs to eight separate destinations can be created and operated simultaneously utilizing the same bandwidth. Additional PVC connections can be added for various purposes.
  • Page 56 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide The PVC pull-down menu offers eight virtual connections available for configuration. The default PVC used by the Router is labeled Pvc0. Any additional connections that are configured must have a VPI/VCI combination that is unique to the Router.

  • Page 57: Advanced Router Management

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Advanced Router Management This chapter introduces describes the management features that have not been presented in the previous chapter. These include the more advanced features used for network management and security as well as administrative tools to...

  • Page 58: Upnp

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Click the Tools tab to access the Administrator Settings (used to set the system user name and password, backup and load settings), Time, Remote Tools Log Settings, System Settings, Firmware Upgrade, Miscellaneous Configuration, and Diagnostic Test windows.

  • Page 59: Virtual Server

    (WAN-to-LAN) traffic. The Virtual Server function allows remote users to access services on your LAN such as FTP for file transfers or SMTP and POP3 for e-mail. The DSL-2540T will accept remote requests for these services at your Global IP Address, using the specified TCP or UDP protocol and port number, and then redirect these requests to the server on your LAN with the LAN IP address you specify.
  • Page 60 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Virtual Server window There are many different pre-configured rules available for specific functions such as Internet gaming, VPN, streaming and interactive multi-media, standard TCP/IP protocols, reserved ports, p2p, network management applications, and so You may also create customized rules to manage TCP/UDP ports. The pre-configured rules include those listed in the...

  • Page 61: Custom Forwarding Rules

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Servers Web, FTP, Telnet, DNS, LDAP, NNTP, SMTP, POP 2, POP 3, IMAP, IRC, Lotus, and Remotely Possible. User Use this to set up custom TCP/UDP port rules. To configure a new port-forwarding rule for any of the pre-configured rules, follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 62 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Click the Apply button to create the new rule. The new rule will appear listed in the table of custom port forwarding rules.

  • Page 63: Lan Clients

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide LAN Clients The LAN Clients window is used when establishing port forwarding rules in the Virtual Server and Filters windows. This window can be accessed directly by clicking on the LAN Clients button in the Advanced tab. In order to use these advanced features it is necessary to have IP addresses available for configuration.

  • Page 64: Snmp

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol is a standard for internetwork and intranetwork management. SNMP Management window Configure these parameters for SNMP on the Router: SNMP Category Parameters This is used to enable or disable SNMP Agent and SNMP Traps or edit client SNMP Management SNMP Name, Location and Contact.
  • Page 65 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Use this edit client community for server SNMP access. Community • Name: Edit community Name. • Access Right: Access Right may choose ReadOnly or ReadWrite. The management agent can send an event notification to the management...

  • Page 66: Filters

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Filters Filter rules in the Router are put in place to allow or block specified traffic. The Filter Rules however can be used in a single direction to examine and then Allow or Deny traffic for Inbound (WAN to LAN) or Outbound (LAN to WAN) routed data.
  • Page 67 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide The Service Filtering feature of the Firewall may interfere with rules configured in the Filters window. For example, FTP packets are not allowed through from the external network by default. See the Firewall section below for details.

  • Page 68: Bridge Filters

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Bridge Filters Bridge filters are used to block or allow various types of packets through the WAN interface. This may be done for security or to improve network efficiency. The rules are configured for individual devices based on MAC address. Filter rules can be set up for source, destination or both.

  • Page 69: Routing

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Routing Use Static Routing to specify a route used for data traffic within your Ethernet LAN or to route data on the WAN. This is used to specify that all packets destined for a particular network or subnet use a predetermined gateway.

  • Page 70: Dmz

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Since some applications are not compatible with NAT, the Router supports use of a DMZ IP address for a single host on the LAN. This IP address is not protected by NAT and will therefore be visible to agents on the Internet with the right type of software.

  • Page 71: Firewall

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Firewall The Firewall Configuration window allows the Router to enforce specific predefined policies intended to protect against certain common types of attacks. There are two general types of protection (DoS, Port Scan) that can be enabled on the Router, as well as filtering for specific packet types sometimes used by hackers.
  • Page 72 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide A DoS "denial-of-service" attack is characterized by an explicit attempt by attackers to prevent legitimate users of a service from using that service. Examples include: attempts to "flood" a network, thereby preventing legitimate network traffic, attempts to disrupt connections between two machines, thereby preventing access to a service, attempts to prevent a particular individual from accessing a service, or, attempts to disrupt service to a specific system or person.

  • Page 73: Rip

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide The Router supports RIP v1 and RIP v2 used to share routing tables with other Layer 3 routing devices on your local network or remote LAN. RIP System Wide Configuration window To enable RIP, select Enabled from the RIP pull-down menu, select the Protocol (RIPv1 and RIPv1 Compatible) and Direction (In, Out, or Both), and click Apply.

  • Page 74: Ppp

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide PPP window This window allows you to view PPP configuration information.
  • Page 75 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide ADSL The ADSL Configuration window allows the user to set the configuration for ADSL protocols. For most ADSL accounts the default settings ADSL2+(Multi-mode) will work. This configuration works with all ADSL implementations. If you have been given instructions to change the Modulation method used, select the desired option from the Modulation Type drop-down menu and click the Apply button.

  • Page 76: Atm Vcc

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide ATM VCC The ATM VC Setting window is used to configure the WAN connection. If you are using multiple PVCs, you can change the configuration of any PVC in this window. To create new or additional PVCs, read the section on Multiple PVCs on page 48.
  • Page 77 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide To configure an existing PVC configuration set, click the corresponding notepad icon in the right-hand column of the ATM VCs List. The PVCs current settings appear above in the entry fields of the ATM VC Setting window. Configure...

  • Page 78: Qos

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide QoS or Quality of Service is used to allot priority from the Router. This is done by allotting a priority from a port to a PVC. There are four priorities for each QoS configuration. “1” denotes the highest priority while “4” is the lowest.
  • Page 79 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide QoS Configuration window...
  • Page 80 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide To set QoS for the router, first click the PortMapping QoS check box in the middle of the window. This will open the following window. Then select the PVC to associate with the corresponding port and choose a priority for this combination.
  • Page 81 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide and clicking the Enabled radio button and set a maximum Bandwidth in kbps from Auto to 64 using the drop-down menu. Click Apply to set the configuration. QoS Configuration window IP QoS If you select Disable in the Classified by drop-down menu, you can assign a maximum allowed bandwidth of between 64 kbps and Auto to each of the PVCs configured on the router.
  • Page 82 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide QoS Configuration window IP QoS for ToS From this window you can input a Weight in percentage and a priority range that will determine the mechanism by which the four priority levels are “mapped”. For example, if you assign 100% and a range of 0 to 7 to priority level 1, then the remaining priority levels (2 to 4) will only forward packets when priority level 1 is empty (when there are no packets to forward).
  • Page 83 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide QoS Configuration window IP QoS for Application On this window, you can select the mechanism by which the four priority queues are emptied by assigning a weight, in percentage terms, to each priority queue, and then assigning a packet type that can be associated with an application...
  • Page 84 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide priority queues (2 to 4) will not be allowed to forward packets until all of the Voice packets have been sent from the priority 1 queue. If you select User Define in the Classified by drop-down menu, the following window appears.

  • Page 85: Tools

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Tools Click the Tools tab to reveal the window buttons for various functions located in this directory. The Administrator Settings window is the first item in the Tools directory. This window is used to change both the admin and the user passwords used to access the web manager.

  • Page 86: Admin

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Admin Administrator Settings window...

  • Page 87: Change System Password

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Change System Password Under the Administrator Settings heading, type the New Password and Confirm Password to be certain you have typed it correctly. Click the Apply button to activate either the new admin password or the new user password. The System User Name remains “admin”...

  • Page 88: Time

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Time The Router provides a number of options to maintain current date and time, including SNTP. Time window (default) To configure system time on the Router, select the method used to maintain time. The options available include SNTP, using your computer’s system clock (default) or set the time and date manually.
  • Page 89 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Time window for SNTP To use SNTP, you must select the Time Zone from the drop-down menu, enable or disable Daylight Saving, and enter the SNTP server URL or IP address. Click the Apply button to set the system time.

  • Page 90: Remote Log

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Remote Log Us the Remote Log Settings window to set up logging to servers or computers that are located outside the LAN or subnet of the Router. Remote Log Settings window Select the Log Level from the pull-down menu. The levels available are: Alert, Critical, Debug, Error, Info, Notice, Panic and Warning.

  • Page 91: System

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide System System Settings window Save Settings To Local Hard Drive Once you have configured the Router to your satisfaction, it is a good idea to back up the configuration file to your computer. To save the current configuration settings to your computer, click the System button in the Tools directory to display the System Settings window.

  • Page 92: Load Settings From Local Hard Drive

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Load Settings From Local Hard Drive To load a previously saved configuration file, click the Browse button and locate the file on your computer. Click the Load button to Load Settings From Local Hard Drive. Confirm that you want to load the file when prompted and the process is completed automatically.

  • Page 93: Firmware

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Firmware Performing a Firmware Upgrade can sometimes change the configuration settings. Be sure to back-up the Router’s configuration settings before upgrading the firmware. Note Use the Firmware Upgrade window to load the latest firmware for the device. Note that the device configuration settings may return to the factory default settings, so make sure you save the configuration settings with the System Settings window described above.

  • Page 94: Miscellaneous

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Miscellaneous Miscellaneous Configuration window Ping Test The Ping test functions on the WAN and LAN interfaces. Type the IP address you want to check in the space provided and click the Ping button. Read the Ping test result in the space immediately below. Click Apply to let your changes take effect.

  • Page 95: Test

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Test The Diagnostic Test window is used to test connectivity of the Router. A Ping test may be done through the local or external interface to test connectivity to known IP addresses. The diagnostics feature executes a series of test of your system software and hardware connections.

  • Page 96: Status

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Status Use the various read-only windows to view system information and monitor performance. Device Info Use the Device Information window to quickly view basic current information about the LAN and WAN interfaces and device information including Firmware Version and MAC address.

  • Page 97: Dhcp Clients

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide DHCP Clients DHCP Clients window...

  • Page 98: Log

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide The system log displays chronological event log data. Use the navigation buttons to view or scroll log pages. You may also save a simple text file containing the log to your computer. Click the Save Log button and follow the prompts to save the file.

  • Page 99: Statistics

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Statistics Use the Traffic Statistics window to monitor traffic on the Ethernet or ADSL connection. Select the interface for which you want to view packet statistics and the information will appear below. Traffic Statistics window...

  • Page 100: Adsl

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide ADSL Use the ADSL Status window for troubleshooting the ADSL connection. ADSL Status information...

  • Page 101: Help

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Help The Help tab will give basic information referring to various windows located in the Router. To view a specific section, click on its hyperlinked name. A new window of information will appear.

  • Page 102: Technical Specifications

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Technical Specifications General ADSL Standards ADSL2 Standards • ANSI T1.413 Issue 2 • ITU G.992.3 (G.dmt.bis) Annex A • ITU G.992.1 (G.dmt) AnnexA • ITU G.992.4 (G.lite.bis) Annex A Standards: • ITU G.992.2 (G.lite) Annex A •...

  • Page 103: Power Adapter

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Physical and Environmental DC Inputs: Input: 120V AC 60Hz Output: 12V AC, 1200mA Power Adapter: Power 12 Watts (max) Consumption: Operating 0° to 40°C Temperature: Storage -20° to 70°C Temperature Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing) Dimensions: 109 mm x 142.8 mm x 32.1 mm...

  • Page 104: Configuring Ip Settings On Your Computer

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Configuring IP Settings on Your Computer In order to configure your system to receive IP settings from the Router it must first have the TCP/IP protocol installed. If you have an Ethernet port on your computer, it probably already has TCP/IP protocol installed. If you are using Windows XP the TCP/IP is enabled by default for standard installations.
  • Page 105 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide In the Control Panel window, click Network and Internet Connections. Click Network and Internet Connections. In the Network and Internet Connections window, click Network Connections. Click Network Connections. 4. In the Network Connections window, right-click on Local Area Connection, then click Properties.
  • Page 106 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide 5. In the General tab of the Local Area Connection Properties window, highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) under “This connection uses the following items:” by clicking on it once. Click on the Properties button. Click Properties.

  • Page 107: Windows 2000

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Windows 2000 First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: 1. In the Windows task bar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Network and Dial-up Connections icon.

  • Page 108: Windows 95 And Windows 98

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Windows 95 and Windows 98 First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: 1. In the Windows task bar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. Double-click the Network icon.
  • Page 109 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Your computer is now ready to use the Router’s DHCP server. Windows NT 4.0 Workstations First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: 1. In the Windows NT task bar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.

  • Page 110: Low Pass Filters For Dsl

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Low Pass Filters for DSL Most ADSL clients will be required to install a simple device that prevents the ADSL line from interfering with regular telephone services. These devices are commonly referred to as microfilters or low pass filters. The two basic styles of low pass filters commonly used are described below.
  • Page 111 DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide Three Port Filter Another style of filter is installed at the same point where the Router connects to the telephone line. Only a single filter is required. The connection ports are typically labeled as follows: Line - This port connects to the wall jack.

  • Page 112: International Offices

    DSL-2540T ADSL Router User Guide International Offices U.S.A Spain Turkey 17595 Mt. Herrmann Street Avenida Diagonal, 593-95, 9th floor Cetin Emec Bulvari, 74.sokak, ABC Plaza No:9/3 Fountain Valley, CA 92708 08014 Barcelona Ovecler/Ankara- TURKEY TEL: 1-800-326-1688 Spain TEL: 0090 312 473 40 55 URL: www.dlink.com...

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